Cook II

Pay & Benefits

Pay: $20.23 per hour with a $1,500 sign-on bonus

Schedule: Full-time, 12-hour shifts

Benefits include:

• Medical, vision & dental insurance and prescription drug benefits
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
• Sick and vacation time
• Long- and short-term disability (optional)
• Paid holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Civic duty and military leave
• Education assistance

About the role

Management & Training Corporation (MTC) operates the Bluebonnet Detention Facility in Anson, TX. We provide a safe and secure working environment for our staff while helping non-citizens gain valuable skills and treatment necessary for success upon release. You'll be responsible for assisting with the preparation of all facility meals.

Essential functions

• Prepare and cook quantity of food required according to menu and production sheet
• Maintain kitchen equipment in orderly workable condition
• Ensure work area is safe, clean and sanitary at all times
• Ensure the count and control of knives and other controlled kitchen tools
• Provide an accurate count of all controlled items at the beginning and end of each shift
• Prepare foods as directed for special facility functions and special diets when prescribed by staff doctor
• Assist in cleaning kitchen work areas following each meal
• Coordinate the work of detainees assigned to assist in the cafeteria, which includes long periods of sitting and standing

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Food service training, one (1) year of food service or related experience and prior supervisory experience are preferred
• Must be able to pass food handler certification within 30 days of hire
• Must successfully complete required pre-service training
• Valid driver's license in the state of Texas with an acceptable driving record required, unless waived by management